Labeobarbus Brevispinis
📖 Overview
Labeobarbus Brevispinis (Labeobarbus brevispinis) is a ray-finned fish of the family Cyprinidae. It inhabits freshwater waters. This species can reach a maximum total length of 23 cm. With a trophic level of 3.2, it is a low-level carnivore, feeding on invertebrates and small organisms. It is assessed as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List.
🔬 Taxonomy
🐟 Physical Description
Dorsal spines (total): 1; Dorsal soft rays (total): 12; Anal soft rays: 8. Diagnosis: mout subinferior; two pairs of well-developed barbels, anterior pair equal to and posterior pair 1.3x eye diameter; last simple ray of dorsal fin ossified and measuring 1.0-1.1 times head length; 30-33 scales in lateral line . Cross section: compressed.
🌀 Behaviour
Behavioural data for Labeobarbus Brevispinis is currently being reviewed.
🦐 Diet
Diet information for Labeobarbus Brevispinis is currently being compiled.
🥚 Reproduction
Reproduction data for Labeobarbus Brevispinis is currently being compiled.
🌍 Habitat & Distribution
Freshwater; benthopelagic. Tropical known from Faro-Bénoué basin (Ref.
🌿 Ecology
📐 Morphometrics
🌡️ Water Parameters & Tolerance
🛡️ Conservation Assessment
📊 Population Risk & Fisheries
🔍 Similar Species
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